Serena Williams prepares for comeback at Queen's Club Championships
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 5:36 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Serena Williams announces her return to tennis at age 44, accepting a wild-card invitation to play doubles at the HSBC Championships at Queen's Club in London next week. Balancing motherhood with her athletic career, Williams navigates 'mom guilt' as she prepares for competition. After previously stating she was done with tennis, her recent training and anti-doping pool registration indicate her commitment to a comeback. Williams aims to dedicate time to both her family and her professional goals, setting strict boundaries to ensure her daughters are prioritized while she returns to the court.
- •Williams returns to tennis after a brief retirement period.
- •She will compete in doubles at the HSBC Championships next week.
- •Williams balances training with parenting two daughters.
- •She is praised by peers like Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka.
- •Williams aims to prioritize family while pursuing her tennis career.
- 5:36 PMYahoo Sports — How Serena Williams Balances Mom Life with a Comeback Fans Never Thought They’d See
"Serena Williams returns to tennis at 44 while balancing motherhood and "mom guilt" with daughters Olympia and Adira.
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